Best Bali Villas for Kids

Though I’m not a parent per se, I do have a 1-year-old Bali dog, which is pretty much the same thing as taking care of your own child in my naive, inexperienced opinion. And I’m almost positive I can relate to you mamas and papas out there when you say “Happy kids = happy vacation”. That is the main reason I prefer villas to hotels these days- they are much more pet, erhm, kid-friendly! There is staff to look after your little one, baby cots, pool fences, privacy, specialised food menus… in a villa, parents can actually relax and enjoy their well-deserved vacays without having to stress about whether or not their accommodation is baby proof. Some Bali villas are even more aptly designed to host families than others, which one of the following will be the best family villas in Bali for you?

Hidden away in the rice paddies of dreamy Canggu, the 4-bedroom villa Kami makes the perfect family retreat. The expansive, lush tropical garden features a big green grass lawn where kids can freely run around or kick a ball if not splashing and swimming in the sparkling private swimming pool all day long. In the afternoon, it is time for a family BBQ in the garden or a lovely meal in the open-plan living room. The ambience is completely peaceful and natural, making you feel miles away from all of the hustle and bustle of south-Bali and yet, the hot spots of Canggu and Seminyak are just a short drive away. Villa Kami also features a private massage area and 4 deluxe bedroom suites of which one is designed for parents with kids to stay together. Just perfect!

why kids will love it:

• Big lawn for running and playing • Large private swimming pool • Family bedroom suite with a mezzanine playing area • Free entrance to Canggu’s Splash water park

Villa Theo is huge and gorgeous, featuring traditional Javanese Joglo pavilions scattered around in a big private garden. The villa is located in Umalas, a quiet and peaceful area located just minutes away from Seminyak’s fashionable city center and also just a short drive away from Canggu. How ideal is that? Beautiful rustic interior designs are infused with tribal artwork and modern comforts. The estate features a stunning 20-meter swimming pool surrounded by tropical flowering plants and a green grass lawn where kids can play. Indoor and alfresco dining, both is possible, there is a private spa and this grand holiday estate houses a total of 5 bedrooms tucked in ancient joglo’s with veranda’s and tropical open-air en-suites. Each bedroom also boasts modern amenities such as AC and a television set. A true tropical paradise with modern luxuries is what Villa Theo is! Read a mom’s review here.

Villa Basilio is a dream come true for every family wanting to stay in the heart of Seminyak. This 6-bedroom villa will thrill both kids and parents as soon as they arrive. Just take a look at the photos. At Villa Basilio, you will not only have lots of space, but there are plenty of toys, there is a private swimming pool to dip into and why not, there is even an outdoor playground onsite. Is this villa really located in the centre of Seminyak? Yes, it is! You can walk to the beach and explore the whole town on foot. You will pass boutique shops, coffee bars, restaurants and those pampering spas to rejuvenate with traditional Balinese treatments. Did we mention that there is a private car with a chauffeur ready to take you on day trips across the island? Family dreams really do come true at Villa Basilio!

This ocean front family retreat is the kind you only see in movies or on the cover of travel magazines, it is stunning! Bathe yourself in luxury at Villa Sunset and allow your jaw to drop when the time has come to gaze at the world famous sunset of Bali island, doing justice to the villas name. A stunning infinity pool and a jacuzzi, a mini zoo and a private dock from where you can go sea kayaking, Villa Sunset leaves young and old with nothing more to wish for. The attentive staff is there where needed at any time of the day and there is even a private car with a driver to take you and your family around the island.

Alway wanted to have your own private chef to prepare you a delicious Italian pasta or a haute-cuisine French family dinner? This is your chance! Villa Padawan is located close to the centre of Seminyak, it features a massive garden with a playground for the kids and of course, a private swimming pool. The staff is ready to pamper you 24/7 and yes, there is a private chef specialised in Italian and French cuisine. Kids can safely run around and play with the toys and parents can rest assured as there is a pool fence, baby cot, high chair and even a baby car seat available at no extra charge. Just the perfect family getaway, indeed!

Ahh, Frangipani, the beautiful tree that is so iconic to Bali. Often, you will see these scenting flowers tucked behind the ears of Balinese ladies or falling down into the garden of your private little paradise retreat. At villa Frangipani, the frangipani flowers rule the beautiful garden, bordering the stunning free-form infinity pool. The garden is a place of peacefulness where you can really spend quality time with your kids. You will be staying in a traditional Balinese villa in dreamy, rural Canggu. Enjoy attentive personal guest assistance and the service pf a private chef cook. This will be a pampering holiday for all!Why kids will love it:

• Located on a riverbank • Treehouse • Large grass yard • Home Cinema

Why you’ll love it:

• Located on a riverbank • Peaceful spot in Canggu • 5 minute drive to the beach • Personal chef

Villa Kedidi could easily be Canggu’s favourite family stay. Parents don’t need to worry about a thing and kids will absolutely love it here! The service is outstanding, including a private chef cook. You will also get free membership to the iconic Canggu Club, thé place to go for family fun. If not lounging by the pool or watching the breathtaking sunset at Echo Beach, spend the day at Canggu Club. Slide and splash at the waterpark, go bowling or let the kids jump around at the trampoline center. In the meantime, you can enjoy a tennis match or a work-out at the gym.

• Fully equipped with children’s facilities ranging from high chairs and baby cots to pool fencing and swimming aids • Guest membership to the new Canggu Club • Located a two minute’s walk from the best sunset view in Bali

Seeking a peaceful luxury getaway, close but not in the hustle and bustle of Seminyak’s city center? Villa Alea might be the perfect choice for you! Modern traditional-styled architecture inspired by the Javanese Joglo mansions, a huge private garden with rice paddy view and full kid-friendly facilities is what you can expect at Villa Alea. There are personal butlers and there is a private chef, preparing mouthwatering dishes that you and the kids will love. Villa Alea is an affordable choice with outstanding service and facilities. Tropical charm meets modern comforts and family-friendliness.

Why kids will love it:

• A huge garden to play and run around in • Shallow area in the swimming pool • Private chef to cook some yummy treats

Why you will love it:

• Wonderfully peaceful location yet close to the center of Seminyak • Bamboo pool fence, baby cot and high chair available • Rice paddy view from the garden

What kid doesn’t dream of having a private swimming pool to splash around in, or even better, two of them! At Villa Candi Kecil Tujuh Children’s dreams become reality. This 7-bedroom holiday haven is perfect for one large family or two families wanting to spend this Bali holiday together. With two living rooms and two gardens, there are plenty of places to hang out together as well as cosy corners to find some peace and quiet. The cultural heart of Bali; Ubud, is just a 15-minute drive away.

Villa M is idyllically located next to a rice field in the center of Seminyak, just behind the famous Eat Street. Shops, restaurants, spas and the beach with happening beach clubs, all is in walking distance of this elegant luxury villa. Villa M is all about location and space. It features a sprawling tropical garden where you can swim, enjoy an in-villa massage and hold wonderful BBQ feasts. Kids can safely splash around in their own shallow wading pool. The villa also features a rooftop terrace, perfect for practising yoga or sip sunset drinks in the afternoon.

Just outside of the center of Seminyak, in peaceful Umalas, awaits this hidden gem. Villa Galante is a huge 6-bedroom luxury villa boasting a massive garden with rice field view, a yoga studio and a stunning Javanese Joglo house decorated with antiques and artwork. Kids can join your daily yoga practice, run around on the manicured lawns and jump in the pool. In the afternoon it is time for a BBQ feast in your very own garden. Alternatively, allow the Chef to prepare you a delicious meal that both kids and parents will love.

why kids will love it:

• Massive garden with a big lawn to run around or kick a ball • Library of DVDs • Private Chef to cook delicious treats

Located in the Oberoi district of Seminyak, the location of Villa Hannah couldn’t be any better. This contemporary luxury retreat features a stunning 20-meter swimming pool that separates the dining room from the living pavilion. Full blown entertainment is provided with a private cinema room onsite. Also, there are lots of toys and books available, making it the perfect family retreat. Outside awaits the sandy beach as well as the most happening street of Seminyak. Oberoi Road is home to lots of shopping boutiques and restaurants. Mums, dads, teens and kids, everybody will love it here!

Villa Beji has got it all, making your wildest dreams come true! Think a private tennis court, a gym, basketball and a football field, a cinema room, table tennis, a 27-meter lap pool, board games and complimentary access to the Canggu Club for all guests, young and old. Not to forget that all of the 6 bedrooms enjoy direct access to the swimming pool, there is a private chef to cook you yummy treats and meals all day long, a personal driver to get you around and the location is also superb in the Berawa area of Canggu, close to Seminyak. Too good to be true? I must admit it seems that way, but all is true! Check it out!

why kids will love it:

• Free passes to go to the Canggu Club • Media room • DVDs, board games & books • Football & Basketball area • Table Tennis • Jump straight into the pool from the bedroom suite

Villa Noa makes a perfect family getaway, just off of the famous Eat Street in Oberoi, the chicest neighbourhood of Seminyak. Kids will already get excited upon arrival, facing the huge manicured lawn where they can chase each other or kick a ball. Then, there is the second part of the garden where an inviting private swimming pool sparkles. A pool fence can be set up for the safety of the little ones and a baby cot and high chair are also available, leaving parents with nothing whatsoever to worry about. You can easily explore the centre on foot, the beach is just a 10-minute walk away, passing restaurants, shops, spas and KU DE TA beach club. However, should you want to explore the town and its surroundings a bit further, there are two motorbikes available complimentary.

For those families wanting to experience the ‘real Bali’, far away from the crowds and the noise, Villa Tangguntiti is the place to be! Surrounded by rice paddies and swaying palm trees on the west coast of Bali Island, this 5-bedroom luxury villa enjoys views that take your breath away instantly. Villa Tangguntiti features traditional Javanese Joglo pavilions and a huge private garden that blends in seamlessly with the rice paddy surroundings. From the glistening infinity pool, you can watch the island’s magical sunset. The villa also boasts its very own spa and gym as well as a billiard table. Young and old, everyone will love it here! You can be sure of endless quality time with those you love most!

Why kids will love it:

• 20-meter infinity pool • Bicycles available • Huge private garden for running and playing • TV in the bedroom

This Seminyak private luxury villa is just lovely featuring fresh, contemporary designs infused with a Balinese touch. Villa Paraiba features a sunny garden with a pool, sun loungers, a shady bale and a spa corner to pamper yourself with a Balinese treatment in the comfort of your own holiday home in Bali. The living pavilion features a traditional open-plan design with glass folding doors for guests comfort. The living room comes with a dining area, a TV relax corner and a kitchen with a bar where you can sit and sip a cup of Nespresso in the morning. All 4 bedrooms are spacious and comfortable, ruled by individual colour themes. Outside awaits the buzzing center of Seminyak with all of her beach clubs, shops and restaurants.